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'Another gem lost': Popular gift shop set to close down after nine years in Northampton town centre

A popular gift shop is set to close down after nine years in Northampton town centre.

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Michael Thompson trial: 18-year-old bereaved daughter describes mother as ‘best friend’ and ‘my person’

The 18-year-old bereaved daughter of Kimberley Thompson described her mother as her “best friend” and “my person” during a police interview following her passing, the court heard.

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Inquest date confirmed for Northampton man who was found dead on bench next to River Nene

An inquest date has been confirmed for a Northampton man who was found dead on bench next to River Nene.

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Police issue CCTV appeal after criminal damage report in Northampton

Police officers have released a CCTV image of a person they wish to speak to following a report of criminal damage in Maidencastle, Northampton.

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‘Overwhelming support’ for banning students using mobile phones in schools across West Northamptonshire

‘Overwhelming support’ for banning students using mobile phones in schools across West Northamptonshire

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We Mean Business: Founder who closed antiques emporium after 14 years shares ‘full circle’ moment from new venture

A founder, who closed an antiques emporium after 14 years and set up a new venture to continue his dream, has shared a “full circle” observation from his time in business.

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Teddy bear protest outside Northampton court calls for reform of family justice system

Dozens of teddy bears and soft toys have appeared outside Northampton County Court as part of a national campaign highlighting the impact of family court delays on children and parents.

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Northampton supermarket set for summer makeover as part of £300m investment

An Aldi supermarket in Northampton is set to undergo a major upgrade this summer as part of the retailer’s £300 million investment programme across the UK.

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Amazon manager urges more Northamptonshire volunteers to become magistrates

An Amazon manager from Daventry is encouraging more people across Northamptonshire to volunteer as magistrates and help deliver swifter justice during this year’s Volunteers’ Week.

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Neighbours object to plans for alcohol sales at Northampton convenience store

The owner of a convenience store in a Northampton residential street has faced objections from neighbours over an application for a new premises licence.

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West Northamptonshire councillors consider free speech clause for code of conduct

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) received requests to undertake a full review of its Constitution following the local elections in May 2025.

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Northampton parking charges generated more than £50,000 on weekends after free parking was scrapped

New data has shown that the council made more than £50,000 just on weekend car parking charges in April, after removing its two-hour free parking period.

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‘We are assessing the situation’, says council as travellers approach one month camped next to busy Northampton road

‘We are assessing the situation’, says council as travellers approach one month camped next to a busy Northampton road.

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Man injured trying to free dog from Cane Corso's jaws during Northampton Racecourse attack

A 64-year-old man has been banned from owning a dog after his pets attacked two other dogs on Northampton’s Racecourse.

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Police want to speak to this man after incident in Northampton store

Police officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to following a public order incident at the One Stop store in Main Road, Duston.

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Volunteer doctors and paramedics given major funding lifeline thanks to £20,000 grant

A charity that provides specialist emergency medical care across the East Midlands has secured a £20,000 funding boost to help support its life-saving work.

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Fundraising campaign launches to support Northamptonshire racing legend Maria Costello after life-changing TT crash

A fundraising campaign has been launched to support Northamptonshire motorcycle racing star Maria Costello MBE as she begins a long and challenging recovery following a serious crash at the Isle of Man TT.

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Faces of 10 Northamptonshire criminals put behind bars whose stories this newspaper brought to you during May 2026

These are the faces of 10 criminals who were jailed for serious offences across Northamptonshire and whose often shocking stories this newspaper brought to you during the month of May 2026.

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CROWN COURT ROUND-UP: Northampton drug dealer who entered UK illegally jailed among these cases dealt with in May 2026

These 15 offenders were sentenced at Northampton Crown Court during May 2026 after being convicted of strangling a woman, dangerous driving, carrying a kitchen knife in supermarket car park, possession with intent to supply cocaine and more…

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Major plans submitted to demolish car dealership on busy Northampton road and build 59 flats in its place

Major plans have been submitted to demolish a car dealership in Northampton and build 59 flats in its place.